§ Mr. Carmichaelasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will publish the results of his inquiries into the construction deficiencies at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Glasgow; and if he will further consider holding a public inquiry.
§ Mr. Harry EwingA full report has been received from the building division of the Common Services Agency, but, since the question of liability for the various defects which have come to light, will almost inevitably be the subject of arbitration or litigation, it would not be344W appropriate for my right hon. Friend to make a statement or to initiate a public inquiry at the present time. Meanwhile the Greater Glasgow Health Board is preparing to go to tender on a contract for the remedial works.